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Nobles County, Minnesota
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Nobles County consists of level to gently rolling prairie with highly productive soils. The Rock River flows through the county, and numerous small lakes dot the landscape.
Large-scale corn and soybean operations dominate agriculture with some of the state's highest yields. Concentrated livestock feeding operations, particularly swine and cattle, are major economic drivers.
Quick Facts
| Region | Southwest |
| Top Commodities | Hogs, Corn, Cattle & calves, Soybeans, Dairy, Wheat |
| Farms & Ranches | ~450 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~370,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~391 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Nobles County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Nobles County Operations
Based on Nobles County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
Conservation efforts target livestock waste management and water quality protection. Wind erosion control and soil health practices are emphasized on the open prairie landscape.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Nobles County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Nobles County?"
Your Next Steps in Nobles County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Minnesota guide: Minnesota Farm Programs Guide
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